Harmonograph : A Visual Guide to the Mathematics of Music Paperback / softback
by Anthony Ashton
Paperback / softback
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Why did Pythagoras pause outside a Blacksmith's workshop?
Can the nature of Harmony really be understood visually?
Why do harmonies leave gaps or 'commas' when added together?
In this charming little book Anthony Ashton uses a Victorian device called a Harmonograph to tell the story of Harmony and the intervals in the scale.
With useful appendices and exquisite line drawings this is a unique and original introduction to this magical subject.
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In Stock - More than 10 copies availableFree UK DeliveryEstimated delivery 2-3 working days
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:64 pages, Illustrations
- Publisher:Wooden Books
- Publication Date:25/10/2005
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- ISBN:9781904263364
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In Stock - More than 10 copies availableFree UK DeliveryEstimated delivery 2-3 working days
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:64 pages, Illustrations
- Publisher:Wooden Books
- Publication Date:25/10/2005
- Category:
- ISBN:9781904263364